Maharashtrian Prawns Curry

Wash and clean the prawns. Make sure the prawns are deveined.

In a mixer-grinder, add green chillies, ginger, garlic, cilantro (coriander) leaves and make a smooth paste (roughly 2-3 tablespoons) with very little water. Season the prawns with the spice paste and salt.

Add turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala to the prawns. Mix well and set aside for 5 minutes.

In a pan, add oil. When oil is hot, add curry leaves. Add marinated prawns and saute for 1 minute. Add 1 cup water and let it cook.

In the mixer-grinder, add 2 tablespoons grated coconut with very little water and grind this. Add to prawns. Add the kokum and let cook. Check the seasoning and add salt if needed. Lastly, add remaining grated coconut and switch off gas.

Serve hot with rice.

Tips:
1. You can adjust spice levels to taste.
2. If you do not have kokum, then you can add little tamarind while grinding the masala.
3. You can add 1 tablespoon tomato puree if you wish.

Enjoy!